Key Responsibilities:
1. Production Management
Plan, organize, and monitor daily rolling mill operations to meet production targets and customer requirements.
Ensure optimal utilization of machines, manpower, and materials.
Monitor rolling parameters (temperature, speed, reduction ratio, etc.) to ensure consistent rod quality and minimize breakdowns.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and reduce conversion costs.
2. Quality Assurance
Ensure compliance with ISO / ASTM / customer specifications for aluminium rod quality.
Coordinate with the Quality Department for in-process and final inspection.
Analyse and address quality deviations, surface defects, and metallurgical inconsistencies.
Implement root cause analysis and corrective actions for process defects.
3. Dross Generation & Management
Monitor and control dross formation during melting and casting.
Develop and implement effective dross reduction programs.
Coordinate dross segregation, recovery, and disposal in line with environmental and cost-efficiency norms.
Maintain records of dross generation ratios and recovery efficiencies.
4. People & Production Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors, operators, and technicians.
Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environment (SHE) guidelines.
Conduct training programs to enhance skill levels and productivity.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
5. Inventory & Dispatch Management
Coordinate with stores and logistics for timely availability of raw materials (ingots/billets) and consumables.
Monitor in-process and finished goods inventory to maintain optimal stock levels.
Ensure timely dispatch of aluminium rods to downstream conductor manufacturing lines or customers.
Maintain accurate production and dispatch documentation in ERP systems.
6. Process Optimization & Cost Control
Implement process control measures to minimize scrap, rework, and dross.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, energy consumption, downtime, and OEE.
Identify cost-saving opportunities through equipment utilization, process innovation, and waste minimization.
Skills and Experience Required:
A bachelor's degree in B.E./B. Tech in Mechanical / Production Engineering (mandatory).
5–10 years in aluminum rolling mill operations, preferably in transmission conductor or non-ferrous industries.
In-depth knowledge of hot rolling/cold rolling processes.
Strong knowledge of rolling mill operations, melting, casting, and dross management.